This WW Black Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful, and budget-friendly meal that is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Black beans make the soup filling and satisfying, while tomatoes, vegetables, and warm spices create plenty of flavor without needing a lot of ingredients.
I love recipes like this because they are simple to prepare and easy to customize. You can make a big pot for dinner and have leftovers ready for lunch throughout the week. Serve it with your favorite toppings for a cozy meal that feels much more indulgent than it actually is.
If you like soup recipes please try Trisha Yearwood's Chicken Tortilla Soup , Instant Pot White Chicken Chili , Instant Pot French Onion Soup , Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Beef Stew
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Why This Works
This black bean soup is packed with ingredients that make it satisfying while keeping the recipe simple. The black beans provide fiber and plant-based protein, which helps make a bowl of soup surprisingly filling.
The combination of onion, garlic, tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder gives the soup a delicious Southwestern-inspired flavor. Everything simmers together in one pot, allowing the flavors to blend while keeping cleanup to a minimum.
It is also an excellent recipe for meal prep. The soup tastes even better after sitting in the refrigerator because the flavors have more time to develop. You can make a batch on Sunday and have several easy lunches ready to go.
Ingredients For Black Bean Soup
- Medium onion, finely chopped - provide a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, while also helping to build the foundation of the dish with its aroma and ability to caramelize.
- Garlic cloves - Chopped fresh garlic can take some time to chop so I often always use the freshly minced garlic that comes already made in a jar.
- Jalapeño, chopped
- Chicken bouillon
- cubes - or homemade chicken stock is fine
- Black beans, drained - are a convenient and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a great source of protein and fiber, and can be added to salads, soups, stews, and even dips.
- Cumin is a member of the parsley family. It is a dried seed that is made from a plant called Cuminum cyminum.
- Lemon Juice
- This adds a nice burst of citrus flavor to the marinade to help enhance the choice of protein. Use freshly squeezed over bottled juice.
- See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Black Bean Soup
Step 1: In a pot, combine the first 4 ingredients; simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Add half a can of beans, salt and cumin; cook for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the beans in the pot. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more. Puree soup (I use an immersion blender which makes it easy to do it right in the pot).
Add the rest of the beans to the soup.
Pro Tips for Black Bean Soup
For an extra creamy texture, blend more of the beans into the soup. You can leave some of the beans whole so you still have plenty of texture.
Add diced bell pepper or jalapeño along with the onion for extra vegetables and flavor.
If you prefer a spicier soup, add cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or a diced jalapeño.
Fresh lime juice makes a big difference, so do not skip it if you have a lime available.
Storage and Freezing
Allow leftover soup to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the soup gently on the stovetop. Add a splash of broth or water if the soup thickens too much in the refrigerator.
Black bean soup also freezes very well. Freeze cooled soup in individual freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat when ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions
Top each bowl with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, chopped green onions, or a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt.
For a little crunch, add baked tortilla strips or a few crushed tortilla chips. You can also serve the soup alongside a simple green salad or a small quesadilla for a more substantial meal.
A squeeze of fresh lime over the top right before eating adds a bright finish that works especially well with the smoky spices.
NO FOOD is off limits on WW and WW themselves stresses that a lot on their social media pages. That is one reason why I love WW. You can pretty much eat ANYTHING to lose weight just as long as you stay in your daily points range or are in a calorie deficit.
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Black Bean Soup (Panera Bread)
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 to 6 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
Hearty and spicy Black Bean soup that tastes just like Panera Bread. 0 WW Freestyle Points| 152 calories. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 jalapeño, chopped
- 2 small chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 ½ cups of water
- 2 15 oz can of black beans, drained
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cumin
- Lemon Juice
Instructions
- In a pot, combine the first 5 ingredients; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add half a can of beans, salt and cumin; cook for 5 minutes.
- Combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the beans in the pot. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more.
- Puree soup (I use an immersion blender which makes it easy to do it right in the pot).
- Add the rest of the beans to the soup.
Notes
myWW: blue: 0; green 3; purple: 0
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
Jenna says
I didn't realize that was missing. Thanks for pointing that out.
Sarah says
I want to make this soup, but see no cornstarch listed in the ingredients list. It is only mentioned in the step-by-step instructions. Please update!
Jenna says
That's nice you look out for her!
Donna says
I’ve never needed WW, but have a friend that’s starting her journey. I look up recipes, make them, give some of the finished product to her!
I had a hankering for black bean soup. Decided I’ll look on Pinterest for a WW take. This will no doubt quell my desire for Panera’s.